After partial results showed Senator Benigno “Noynoy” Aquino III leading on presidential, Philippine Nacionalista Party standard bearer Manuel Villar Jr. conceded on Tuesday morning to Benigno Aquino III, Liberal Party’s presidential candidate. Manny Villar says in a news conference in Metrol Manila, “It was a fight well fought. My fellowmen, the Filipino people have already decided. It’s now clear that despite our efforts, we were not blessed to win on Monday’s elections.” Philippine Nacionalista Party standard bearer Manuel Villar Jr. added “I congratulate Senator Noynoy Aquino on his victory. The challenges he and our country faces are enormous and we should all work together.” On unofficial canvass of Philippines’ Commission on Elections results, Senator Benigno “Noynoy” Aquino III is leading the presidential race with 12.3 million votes followed by former Philippine president Joseph Estrada who garnered 7.75 million votes as of 6:15 a.m., Villar was far third with 4.33 million votes. Read Latest Updates Philippines Election 2010 Results. A businessman-turned-politician and one of Philippines Senator when she runs for President said taht he was saddened by all the black propaganda hurled against him and expressed hope that he would be given the chance to clean his name. Manny Villar has been accused of using his political influences to forward his own business interest. Read More Philippines Presidential Bet Manny Villar Concede: Defeat In Philippine Presidential Election 2010 is a post from: Daily World Buzz
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